Since 2013 every major decision v Arsenal has gone Chelsea’s way
It feels like the same old story, and that's because it is.
We do something stupid, Chelsea take advantage, we don't beat them. Basically there...
Kevin Friend: Watford v Arsenal referee preview
Kevin Friend will take charge of Arsenal’s game against Watford on Saturday, so what can we expect from the man who was once removed from a match because Tottenham fans complained he supported Leicester?
Referee embarrasses himself as Arsenal beat Manchester City
Wembley Stadium witnessed yet more controversial refereeing decisions involving Arsenal and Stuart Attwell, as the Gunners beat City to lift the Community Shield.
Premier League referee quits
Premier League referee, Bobby Madley, has quit football to move to Norway with his partner.
Referee defends Laporte punching Chambers: “Contact is part of football”
Former referee Chris Foy has used his Mail on Sunday column to defend Calum Chambers being punched in the face in the lead up to Manchester City's second goal.
Atkinson horror show highlights desperate need for change
After a poor display from Martin Atkinson in Arsenal's win over Sunderland, our resident laws-of-the-game expert, got a little bit worked up...
FA show 1 set of rules for Tottenham, 1 set for everybody else
If the FA aren’t going to charge Davinson Sanchez, then they must demote Anthony Taylor.
Arsenal first to 100 red card milestone despite being spineless softies
Arsenal became the first side the in the Premier League era to reach 100 red cards when Gabriel was sent off against Manchester City on New Year's Day, but how can that be when they've been largely criticised for being too soft?
FA charge Arsenal but not Newcastle or referee
Arsenal have been charged by the FA for failing to control their players but Newcastle United have not been hit while Andy Madley is in charge of a game this weekend.
Why Arsenal’s red card appeal was denied but Southampton’s wasn’t
There seems to be a lot of confusion around the law in the Premier League and that's making David Luiz's red card even more ridiculous.
Arsenal to get no love from referee against West Ham
Martin Atkinson takes charge of Arsenal's game against West Ham, so what can both sides expect from one of PGMOL’s finest?
Kane elbow a “Blatant red card” says former referee
Ex-referee Keith Hackett says Harry Kane's elbow on Gabriel was a clear red card. Did the referee miss a crucial call?
Arsenal or Manchester City? Referees DO see a difference
Discover the intriguing pattern of yellow card frequency for footballers who've played for both Manchester City and Arsenal.
Anthony Taylor appointed Arsenal v Watford referee
Arsenal fans the world over shudder when they hear the name Anthony Taylor, but maybe we shouldn't.
Anthony Taylor appointed referee for Manchester City game
Anthony Taylor will take charge of Arsenal’s game against Manchester City on Sunday.
Just 3 referees in charge of 60% of Arsenal Premier League games this season
Mike Dean will take charge of our trip to West Ham on Monday night as we move back into our rotation of regular refs with just three taking charge of 60% of Arsenal's games this season.
Would video refereeing have helped Arsenal against Everton?
There were two disputed decisions by referee Mark Clattenburg late in the game against Everton and with the recent experiment introducing Video Assistant Referees, we can wonder what would have happened there and what could happen in the near future.
Constantine Hatzidakis suspended until 2 investigations conclude
Controversial elbow incident involving assistant referee Constantine Hatzidakis has implications for Arsenal and raises questions on refereeing integrity.
FA explain Gabriel decision
The FA have finally released the full written reasons for rescinding Gabriel's three-match ban.
The Brazilian defender was sent off for violent conduct at Stamford...
Arsenal get boost with ref’s Chelsea record but still face tough task
Martin Atkinson will take charge of Arsenal’s game at Chelsea on Saturday and that means one thing – a kick-fest.
Wenger called Moss a ‘cheat’ but can he defend himself against the FA?
Arsene Wenger was sent off at the end of the very heated Burnley game, and he will likely be charged by the FA for using the word 'cheat' as revealed by the Evening Standard.
The man in the middle: Martin Atkinson
Martin Atkinson will take charge of Arsenal's semi-final game against Reading at Wembley on Saturday.
The ref, who hails from West Yorkshire, is not a favourite...
Premier League refs WILL use VAR more from this weekend
Premier League refs are set to use VAR more despite saying they wouldn't.
On Thursday, it was claimed that the Premier League had told PGMOL...
Arsenal win should not shield referee and VAR from consequences
Arsenal's win over Manchester City raises questions about Premier League refereeing inconsistencies that will fall from view because Arsenal won. They shouldn't.
The man in the middle – Mike Jones
Mike Jones will take charge of Newcastle v Arsenal and that's not good news for the Gunners.
The man in the middle – Michael Oliver review
So how did Michael Oliver do at Old Trafford? Given Arsenal won, I think you can work that out for yourself...but if you can't, we've got you covered.
Controversial referee in charge of Arsenal Manchester City Community Shield clash
The officials for the Community Shield have been confirmed, with just over three weeks until Arsenal face Manchester City at Wembley Stadium.
Arsenal get fewest fouls per yellow, Liverpool and Leicester the most
As I was browsing some stats this morning I couldn't help notice Arsenal's yellow card count in the league this season and wondered how it stacked up against other teams. It's safe to say I was astounded by what I found.
Arsenal get worst possible referee appointment for FA Cup game v Hull
I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Mike Dean has been appointed referee for our FA Cup match against Hull.
Remember Mike...
3 Arsenal players at risk of suspension as card-happy ref appointed for Napoli game
Romanian referee, Ovidiu Haţegan, will take charge of Arsenal’s trip to Napoli, assisted by Octavian Şovre and Sebastian Gheorghe, and additional officials Radu Petrescu and Sebastian Colţescu and the reserve referee Radu Ghinguleac.
VAR decisions against Arsenal this season
VAR decisions against Arsenal have been a common theme with the one against Burnley just the latest in a long line of bad decisions this season.
All 8 of Diego Costa’s offences against Arsenal
It's pretty clear that Diego Costa was lucky to stay on the pitch on Saturday afternoon.
Mike Dean's refereeing performance, which saw Arsenal receive two...
Arsenal get another terrible referee for Manchester United game
Jon Moss will take charge of Arsenal's game against United while Anthony Taylor has been appointed to another Premier League match this weekend despite his catalogue of blunders during the Spurs game, proving once again that there is zero accountability for officials within the English game.
Penalty loving ref to take charge of Arsenal v Burnley
Roger East has been appointed referee for Arsenal's 4th round FA Cup tie against Burnley on Saturday, but what does that mean for us?
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The man in the middle – Robert Madley review
Robert Madley took charge of Arsenal's emphatic last day win over West Brom at the Emirates.
The 29-year-old was taking charge of only his fourth...
The man in the middle – Kevin Friend review
It would be churlish to moan about the referee after watching Arsenal out-Arsenal themselves against Swansea.
Sure, he should have booked Jonjo Shelvey in the...
Leicester close on Liverpool but Arsenal still top of yellow card table
Arsenal sit top of the yellow card table with more yellows than anyone else, a higher yellow-per-game rate than any other side while picking up yellows for fewer fouls than any other side in the Premier League.
Jurgen Klopp moans about referee after Arsenal defeat
While Jurgen Klopp acknowledged his side's shortcomings against Arsenal, he couldn't resist taking a swipe at referee Anthony Taylor's officiating.
The man in the middle – Svein Oddvar Moen review
It would be incredibly churlish of me to point at the referee as the reason Arsenal crashed out of the Champions League so I won't even though he got a number of calls wrong.
What can Crystal Palace and Arsenal expect from Monday’s referee?
Michael Oliver will take charge of Arsenal’s trip to Crystal Palace on Monday night, so what can both sides expect from the official?